This spring, take a midweek pause to savor something truly special. Wednesday Night Wine-Down: 52 Drinks for Low-Alcohol Midweek Sipping, the new cocktail guide by Jennifer Newens, author of Monday Night Mocktails. This delicious new book offers a fresh and stylish approach to unwinding after a busy day. With 52 seasonal recipes—one for every week of the year—and more than 50 vibrant full-color photographs, Wednesday Night Wine-Down makes every Wednesday evening a celebration.
Low-alcohol cocktails have become a major trend, and for good reason. Bars and home mixologists alike are embracing them for their ability to deliver flavor and enjoyment without overindulgence. Research shows Americans are drinking less alcohol, with 34% of people aiming to cut back over the past two years, and the trend is expected to grow.
In response to the rising popularity of low-ABV (alcohol by volume) drinks, Wednesday Night Wine-Down provides a collection of inspired, easy-to-create cocktails that feature wine, Port, sherry, and vermouth. Whether you’re a novice wine enthusiast or a seasoned connoisseur, these creative infusions bring together widely available ingredients and seasonal flavors to create refreshing, health-conscious libations.
“Wine-based cocktails offer a healthier alternative to traditional spirit-based drinks, helping reduce alcohol consumption while still providing a sophisticated sip,” says Newens. “My book pairs this trend with expert wine knowledge and hosting tips, making it the perfect companion for anyone looking to elevate their weeknight routine.”
From well-loved standards like the Aperol Spritz, Kir, and New Orleans French 75, to globally inspired favorites from Spain, Italy, and Portugal, Wednesday Night Wine-Down captures the best of both tradition and innovation. Some of the inventive twists on spirit-based cocktails found in the book include:
- Smoky Wine Margarita
- Moscato and Strawberry Slush
- Cantaloupe Wine Spritzer
- Spanish Negroni
- Spice Pear Cocktail
- New York Sour
- Sherry Old-Fashioned
Each recipe is designed to be approachable yet elegant, making it simple to mix up a delicious drink that suits the season and your midweek mood.
In addition to its wide variety of cocktails, Wednesday Night Wine-Down offers practical advice for hosting memorable midweek gatherings and is the go-to guide for enjoying a delicious and relaxing midweek treat, every week of the year. Whether planning a cozy night in or a casual get-together, this book ensures you have everything you need to impress guests with style and ease.
Make Wednesdays something to look forward to with these inspired, low-alcohol cocktails that turn ordinary evenings into extraordinary experiences.
CHAMPAGNE BOWLER
Reprinted courtesy of Wednesday Night Wine-Down
Makes 1 cocktail.
This classic cocktail dates from the 1930s and ‘40s. Delicious and refreshing, it takes advantage of in-season strawberries at their peak. Pick your best California wine for this festive sip—a Chardonnay is ideal.
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3 fresh strawberries
3⁄4 oz / 22 ml Cognac
1⁄2 oz / 15 ml Simple Syrup
1⁄2 oz / 15 ml dry white wine
4 oz / 120 ml chilled dry white sparkling wine
Strawberry, for garnish
In a cocktail shaker, muddle the strawberries. Add the Cognac, simple syrup, and white wine. Add ice and shake until chilled. Strain into a cocktail glass and top with the sparkling wine. Stir gently. Garnish with a fresh strawberry.
Jennifer Newens is a cookbook editor, cooking teacher, and literary agent from Oakland, California. She received her culinary training from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. She is the author of Monday Night Mocktails. Jennifer believes that everyone deserves to have a special drink in a fancy glass with a pretty garnish at the end of a long day!
Wednesday Night Wine-Down will be available at major retailers, independent bookstores nationwide, and online May 20, 2025.
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